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High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it frequently has no symptoms — yet it remains one of the leading causes of heart disease and stroke in the United States. To help improve community health, VNA Health Care is offering free blood pressure checks in Kane County and DuPage County at select events within the community.
These blood pressure events are designed to help individuals learn their numbers, understand their heart health risks, and connect with ongoing care and other community resources if needed.
Free Community Blood Pressure Checks in Kane and DuPage County
VNA Health Care is committed to making preventive care accessible to everyone in the community.
Measuring your blood pressure is:
- Fast and painless
- Open to all adults age 18 and older in the community
- Free of charge
- Provided by trusted healthcare professionals
If a reading shows elevated blood pressure, VNA Health Care staff can help connect individuals with follow-up care, education, and resources to support healthier living.
Come to a Free Blood Pressure Screening in Your Area
Can’t make it to a screening? Make an appointment at VNA.
June Community Blood Pressure Check Events
| Date | Time | Address | Who May Attend |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Centennial House (Aurora Housing Authority) – 1630 W Plum St, Aurora, IL |
Residents |
| June 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lutheran Social Service of Illinois, Building 2007– 2007 W Downer Pl, Aurora, IL |
Residents |
| June 22, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, Second Building – 2107 W Downer PI, Aurora, IL |
Residents |
July Community Blood Pressure Check Events
| Date | Time | Address | Who May Attend |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| TBD | TBD | TBD | TBD |
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email communications@vnahealth.com.
Why Monitoring your Blood Pressure Matters
Nearly half of adults in the United States have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and many don’t know they have it. Left untreated, high blood pressure can increase the risk of:
- Heart disease
- Stroke
- Kidney disease
- Heart failure
- Vision loss
Routine blood pressure checks are one of the simplest and most effective ways to detect hypertension early and prevent serious health complications.
Improving Community Health Through Prevention
These free blood pressure checks are part of VNA Health Care’s broader mission to improve cardiovascular health throughout the surrounding communities.
Funding for this initiative is provided in part by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention’s DP-23-0004 grant through the Illinois Department of Public Health. This funding helps expand access to preventive healthcare services and supports efforts to reduce chronic disease disparities in Kane County.
How to Correctly Measure Blood Pressure at Home
Monitoring your blood pressure at home can help you and your healthcare provider better understand your heart health. However, proper technique is important to get an accurate reading.
According to CDC guidance, before taking your blood pressure reading:
- Avoid food, caffeine, or smoking for 30 minutes
- Empty your bladder
- Sit quietly for several minutes before measuring
During the reading:
- Do not talk
- Keep your arm resting at chest height
- Place the cuff against bare skin
- Sit with your back supported
- Keep both feet flat on the floor
Taking readings consistently and correctly can help identify trends and support early detection of hypertension.
Know Your Numbers: Understanding Blood Pressure Levels
Knowing your blood pressure numbers is an important step toward protecting your heart health. Blood pressure is measured using two numbers:
- Systolic pressure (top number): the pressure when your heart beats
- Diastolic pressure (bottom number): the pressure when your heart rests between beats
According to the American Heart Association, blood pressure is defined by the following categories:
| BLOOD PRESSURE CATEGORY | SYSTOLIC mm Hg (top number) |
DIASTOLIC mm Hg (bottom number) |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| NORMAL | LESS THAN 120 | and | LESS THAN 80 |
| ELEVATED | 120–129 | and | LESS THAN 80 |
| STAGE 1 HYPERTENSION (High Blood Pressure) | 130–139 | or | 80–89 |
| STAGE 2 HYPERTENSION (High Blood Pressure) | 140 OR HIGHER | or | 90 OR HIGHER |
| SEVERE HYPERTENSION (If you don’t have symptoms*, call your health care professional.) |
HIGHER THAN 180 | and/or | HIGHER THAN 120 |
| HYPERTENSIVE EMERGENCY (If you have any of these symptoms*, call 911.) |
HIGHER THAN 180 | and/or | HIGHER THAN 120 |
Download this chart for your use at home.
Schedule a Blood Pressure Check at VNA Health Care
Can’t make it to a community event? Schedule an appointment for a blood pressure check at your local VNA Health Care:
At VNA Health Care, we offer blood pressure checks and comprehensive primary care services at multiple health center locations across the western Chicago suburbs. Our providers take time to answer your questions and help you feel comfortable throughout the exam.
We welcome everyone, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Same-day appointments and extended hours are available at many locations, making it easier to fit preventive care into your life.
Schedule your blood pressure check appointment online or call us at (630) 892-4355 to find a location near you.
Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Our Community
At VNA Health Care, improving heart health goes beyond blood pressure checks. Many individuals and families face everyday challenges that can make it difficult to stay healthy, including lack of access to nutritious food, stable housing, transportation, healthcare, and other essential resources.
These challenges are known as social determinants of health (SDoH) — the non-medical factors that influence a person’s health and well-being.
During community outreach events, VNA Health Care helps identify individuals who may need additional support and connects them with available community resources and services. This may include assistance related to:
- Food insecurity
- Housing instability
- Transportation barriers
- Utility assistance
- Access to healthcare services
- Safety concerns and family support resources
By addressing both medical needs and social barriers to care, VNA Health Care works to improve long-term health outcomes for Kane County residents and surrounding communities.
Through compassionate, community-based care, VNA is committed to helping individuals not only understand their blood pressure numbers — but also access the support they need to live healthier lives.